Following his insightful Breakfast Briefing in the Azores in 2017, Maajid Nawaz, presenter with Global’s LBC, will take to the main stage at this year’s Convention for a session entitled ‘Building Trust in an Uncertain World’. The successful international journalist and co-founder of Quilliam, the world’s first counter-extremism organisation, will share his views on a world of growing doubt – facing fears of terrorism; the escalation of geopolitical unrest; the national and international political landscape; the rise of extremism; nationalism and polarisation; change, disinformation and how to build trust within this world. 

Lucy Huxley, Editor in Chief, Travel Weekly Group, will moderate a session on The Future of the Expert. Lucy will be joined by a panel of experts who will share their different perspectives on the role of the expert and how they will shape the industry of tomorrow. Panellists will include: Derek Jones, Der Touristik; Claire Irvin, Telegraph Travel; Alistair Rowland, Midcounties Co-operative; and Becky Power, Sector Lead, Travel at Google. 

Nick Hughes, Sales Director, Tour Operations – B2B Europe said ''Gold Medal and Travel 2 are delighted to host 20 of our agent partners at The Travel Convention this year. It’s a great opportunity for us to engage with key agent partners and network with the wider industry, while taking part in the two-day programme of events. We look forward to seeing everyone there''.

Meet the Media provides delegates with a unique opportunity to engage and network with the UK’s top consumer, national and travel trade journalists. Hosted by ABTA and sponsored by Trafalgar and Insight Vacations, the ever-popular drinks and canapé reception will take place on Tuesday 9 October from 18:30 in the heart of Seville at the city’s Royal Alcázar, the oldest royal palace still in use in Europe. 

A limited number of tickets remain available. To book, email moreinfo@thetravelconvention.com.